Laura Knight: A life

Laura Knight (1877-1970) was a distinguished early 20th-century artist with an international reputation. This biography covers her early years, marriage, life in artists' colonies, ballet, circus, theater, and travels in Europe and America. It also examines her role as Official War Artist during WWII and recorder of the Nuremberg Trials. The book offers a deeper understanding of the artist's personality and the darker shades of her character, providing a comprehensive portrait.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 264 pages
Publication date: 12 April 2021
Publisher: McNidder & Grace

Laura Knight (1877-1970) was a renowned female artist of the early 20th century, achieving international acclaim. This extensively accessible and impartial biography delves into her formative years in Nottingham, her marital relationship with Harold, her experiences in the artist colonies of Staithes on the North Yorkshire coast, her immersion in the realms of ballet, circus, and theater, as well as her travels across Europe and America. Additionally, it explores her significant role as the Official War Artist during World War II and her role as a recorder of the Nuremberg Trials in 1945-46.

This revised and enhanced book extends beyond a mere recounting of an artist's work, offering the reader a profound and multifaceted perspective. It grants this portrayal of an artist depth and complexity. Through its pages, the reader gains an intimate understanding of the artist's vibrant personality, as well as the darker aspects of her character. This biography truly captures the essence of Laura Knight's remarkable life and artistic journey.

Weight: 338g
Dimension: 129 x 197 x 27 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9780857160508